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Laser Photonics Corporation reports developments tied to photonics-based industrial and defense laser systems. The company develops and manufactures laser technologies for cleaning, surface preparation, corrosion removal, de-coating, pre- and post-welding applications, and precision material processing across defense and government, aerospace, energy, maritime, automotive, and advanced manufacturing markets.
Recurring LASE news includes DefenseTech laser cleaning deployments, Laser Shield Anti-Drone System development, product validation with affiliated LASE Group companies, operating and financial results, facility and portfolio consolidation, warrant exercises and other capital-structure actions, and Nasdaq listing-compliance matters.
Laser Photonics (NASDAQ:LASE) and affiliate Fonon Technologies announced the DefenseTech MRLS Portable Finishing Laser 1020 (DTMF-1020), a portable Class IV laser cleaner for Department of Defense and military maintenance.
The system offers rust, corrosion, and contaminant removal in a lightweight, weatherproof case, with ~24 ft²/hour strip rate and 110V, air-cooled operation.
Laser Photonics (NASDAQ:LASE) appointed veteran finance executive Roman Franklin as Chief Financial Officer and Principal Financial Officer. Franklin brings 20+ years of public and private company experience, including SEC reporting, audit management and capital markets work through The CFO Portal and prior C‑suite leadership roles.
According to Laser Photonics, his expertise is expected to support the company’s growth strategy, financial controls and long-term value creation.
Laser Photonics (NASDAQ:LASE) and Fonon Technologies validated DefenseTech Missile Laser Rust Inhibitor (MLRI) systems in a U.S. Army pilot at Anniston Army Depot on May 7, 2026. The mobile laser units remove corrosion, anodization, and organic contaminants without chemicals or abrasives, reducing operator fatigue, noise, and airborne dust, shortening maintenance cycle times and lowering ecological footprint.
Key features include field portability, dual-axis precision, substrate integrity preservation, and multi-contaminant removal.
Laser Photonics (NASDAQ:LASE) and affiliate Fonon Technologies advanced the Laser Shield Anti-Drone System (LSAD) to system prototyping and extended range trials on May 6, 2026. LSAD is a transportable directed-energy system using a 4 kW NIR CW fiber laser to engage Groups 1-2 UAS.
Features include 2 km detection, 50–1,000 m autofocus optics, mobile modular deployment, sensor dazzling soft-kill and thermal hard-kill disabling targets in 1–10 seconds up to 1 km. Manufactured in Lake Mary, Florida.
Laser Photonics (NASDAQ:LASE) reported full-year 2025 net sales of $8.3 million, up 144% from $3.4 million in 2024, and year-end backlog of approximately $2.5 million versus ~$1.0 million a year earlier. Management cites consolidation into a 50,000 sq ft Lake Mary facility and expected annual cost savings of $1.0 million starting 2026.
The company raised approximately $5.0 million in a public offering plus $1.5 million from warrant exercises, eliminated about $4.1 million of convertible debt, and highlighted strategic acquisitions, notable 2025 orders, and defense and clean-energy product milestones.
Laser Photonics (NASDAQ:LASE) closed the cash exercise of previously issued warrants, raising approximately $4.0 million gross from exercises of up to 5,715,085 shares at an exercise price of $0.70 per share. The exercised shares are registered under an effective Form S-1.
In connection with the immediate cash exercises, the company issued private Series A-5 and Series A-6 warrants to purchase up to 4,742,860 and 6,687,310 shares respectively, with a $0.975 exercise price and varying expiration terms; a resale registration statement will be filed covering shares issuable upon exercise.
Laser Photonics (NASDAQ:LASE) announced definitive agreements for immediate exercise of outstanding warrants to purchase up to 5,715,085 common shares at an exercise price of $0.70, generating approximately $4.0 million gross proceeds prior to fees and expenses.
In exchange, the company will issue unregistered Series A-5 warrants for up to 4,742,860 shares and Series A-6 warrants for up to 6,687,310 shares at a $0.975 exercise price; closing expected on or about April 28, 2026. Proceeds are for working capital and general corporate purposes.
Laser Photonics (NASDAQ:LASE) regained compliance with Nasdaq Listing Rule 5250(c)(1) after filing its Fiscal 2025 Annual Report on Form 10-K. Nasdaq notified the company it was non‑compliant on April 20, 2026; the 2025 Form 10-K was filed April 20, 2026 and Nasdaq closed the matter April 21, 2026.
Management said the company will continue executing its growth strategy across industrial and defense end markets to deliver long‑term shareholder value.
Laser Photonics (NASDAQ:LASE) reported Q4 2025 total net sales of $2.5 million (up 90% YoY) and full-year 2025 net sales of $8.3 million (up 144% YoY). The company raised approximately $6.5 million, eliminated $4.1 million of convertible debt, consolidated manufacturing into a 50,000 sq ft facility, and expects ~$1 million annual cost savings from consolidation.
Q4 gross profit was negative due to purchase accounting and inventory charges; Q4 net loss was $9.3 million and FY net loss totaled $17.5 million.
Laser Photonics (NASDAQ:LASE) announced a key prototype milestone for its LSAD advanced laser anti-drone system on April 14, 2026. The integrated prototype combined detection, tracking, and a laser neutralization subsystem and reportedly neutralized a Class 1 drone during initial testing.
The LASE Group (including QTI, DSS, and FTI) is leading design and manufacturing efforts. Laser Photonics submitted technical drawings and documentation to U.S. Special Operations Command (REPTILE 26) and Naval Special Warfare Command under a Commercial Solutions Opening.